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How to enter the BIOS to change your PC or laptop’s settings

Change your PC’s setup configuration

By Jim Martin 12 years ago

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How to use OverDrive to borrow ebooks

OverDrive lets you access your library's digital collection

By Clifff Joseph 12 years ago

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How to change your network location from public to home

How to change your network location between home, public and work

By Chris Martin 12 years ago

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How to fix iMessage in iOS 7

iMessage texts not sending? Apple promsies fix but here's a simple fix.

By Simon Jary 12 years ago

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How to close apps in iOS 7

We explain how to quit apps on your iPhone, iPad and iPod touch

By Jim Martin 12 years ago

How-To

How to Get Android 4.3

Get the latest Jelly Bean OS on your Nexus tablet now

By Marie Black 13 years ago

How-To

How to clean your laptop/tablet screen

The curse of the greasy, fingerprint covered screen is something many computer users are becoming aware of as more and more devices are touch enabled

By Dell Tech Zone staff 13 years ago

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Add bookmarks to home screen in Android

Create a shortcut to your favourite websites on your Android smartphone or tablet

By David Court 13 years ago

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Add bookmarks to home screen on iPhone, iPad

Put a website bookmark on your iOS homescreen

By Matt Egan 13 years ago

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Set data usage limit on Android

Save yourself from big bills by limiting the amount of data your phone can use

By Matt Egan 13 years ago

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How to change App Store on iPhone to UK

Change the location of your Apple ID to see UK apps at UK pricess

By Matt Egan 13 years ago

How-To

How to track lost Laptops and Smartphones with Prey

Record the thief's activites, determine his location and shoot webcam photos

By Tech Advisor Staff 13 years ago

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12 simple steps to safer social networking

Follow our privacy tips for Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and Instagram to ensure that you're not oversharing.

By Alex Wawro 13 years ago

How-To

How to record Skype calls

Keep a record of Skype calls using CallNote

By David Bayon 13 years ago

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How to watch Samsung Galaxy S4 launch live

Get live coverage of Samsung's Galaxy S4 launch event here

By Chris Martin 13 years ago

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How to gain access to your Windows account if you lose your password

Bypass Windows security with the hidden administrator account

By Tech Advisor Staff 13 years ago

How-To

How to convert audio tapes to CD or MP3

Digitise old cassettes by recording them to your PC

By Mike Bedford 13 years ago

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How to Deal With Panda, Penguin & other Google Algorithms

Google has been making big changes to its algorithms, and more updates are likely on the way soon. Here's how to prepare.

By Jim Martin 13 years ago

How-To

Rescue data from a laptop with a broken screen

Saving files and folders when you can't see what you are doing

By Paul Monckton 13 years ago

How-To

Set up powerline networking adaptors

Extend your home network with HomePlug adapters

By Martyn Casserly 14 years ago

How-To

Beginner’s guide to Twitter

Get started with Twitter with our step-by-step guide

By Jim Martin 14 years ago

How-To

Connect Android phone to Ad Hoc network

Android phone can't see network

By Paul Monckton 14 years ago

How-To

How to set up email on an Android smartphone

A step by step guide to sorting email out on your Android device

By Chris Martin 14 years ago

How-To

How to upgrade your laptop hard disk to an SSD

Speed up your laptop with a solid-state drive

By Jim Martin 14 years ago

How-To

Work offline on Google Docs

How to edit documents without a net connection

By Maryn Casserly 14 years ago

How-To

Install and configure iCloud Control Panel for Windows

Use Apple's free online backup and synchronisation service

By Cliff Joseph 14 years ago

How-To

How to watch Sky Go on a laptop or PC

A complete guide on how to watch Sky Go TV on a laptop, PC or Mac.

By Chris Martin 14 years ago

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How to enable Login notifications in Facebook

Get a notification when an unrecognised device has logged-in to your account

By Carrie-Ann Skinner 14 years ago

How-To

How to purchase and read eBooks on an Android tablet

Buying online ebooks to read

By PC Advisor staff 15 years ago

How-To

How to check other email accounts from Gmail

Make yourself more efficient

By Carrie-Ann Skinner 15 years ago

How-To

How to set up a project plan using AceProject

Free project planning for small businesses

By Mike Bedford 15 years ago

How-To

How to build a budget desktop PC

How to build a budget desktop PC

By Nick Barber 15 years ago

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How to use your BlackBerry as a Bluetooth modem

Get online by tethering your BlackBerry

By Al Sacco 15 years ago